Curated Video
The Viking Influence on the English Language
In this video, the speaker explores the impact of the Vikings on the English language. From the words they left behind to the influence on pronouns, verbs, and place names, the Vikings played a significant role in shaping the English...
Curated Video
British English vs. American English: A Tour of Language Differences in a Village
In this video, the speaker takes viewers on a tour of a British village, highlighting the differences between British English and American English. From postboxes and fish and chip shops to buses and pubs, the video showcases various...
Curated Video
Mary, Queen of Scots: Facial Reconstructions from her Death Mask & History Documentary | Royalty Now
Timestamps: 0:00 Early Life 3:02 Time in France 9:18 English Succession Crisis 11:02 Lord Darnley 15:13 Second Marriage & Abdication 19:41 Imprisonment in England 21:40 The Babington Plot 22:52 Trial & Execution 24:15 Death Mask Brought...
Curated Video
Unboxing the Archive: Cardinal Wolsey
National Archives: Dr Daniel Gosling introduces E30/1458 and KB27/1073, documents related to the fall of Cardinal Wolsey. Other documents shown from The National Archives: E344/22 f21 Henry VIII illuminated initial Valor Ecclesiasticus...
Curated Video
The French Influence on the English Language
In this video, the speaker explores the historical influence of the French language on English.
Curated Video
Hardwick Hall part 4: the Cost of Hosting Mary Queen of Scots
Bess of Hardwick's fourth and final marriage was to the wealthy Earl of Shrewsbury. It was a useful partnership for her but, unlike her third marriage, it was not one of love. Bess and the Earl of Shrewsbury had a tumultuous relationship...
Curated Video
Princesse de Lamballe part 2: Friendship with Marie Antoinette
Marie Therese befriended and eventually became a lady-in-waiting to Queen Marie Antoinette. This video chronicles Marie Therese's rise to power and influence at the French court, her strained relationship with Marie Antoinette's new...
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Margaret of York part 5: Attempts to Undermine Charles VII
Learn how Mary of York used Perkin Warbeck to threaten Charles VII's rule. Despite being a woman in a male-dominated world, Margaret used her charm, intelligence and political acumen to win over allies, aid her brother Edward's rule, and...
Curated Video
Aelfthryth of Devon part 1: Early Life and Marriages
Learn about Queen Aelfthryth's path to becoming England's first Crown Queen consort, alongside King Edgar in 973. Explore some myths and historical facts about Aelfthryth (aka Elfrida)'s life and family, including her possible...
Curated Video
Aelfthryth of Devon part 2: Becoming Queen
King Edgar's reign is relatively understudied in English history, but it included some notable events such as increasing support for the English Benedictine reform and the introduction of a standardized coinage system. Learn about the...
Curated Video
Margaret of York part 3: Political Involvement
Margaret of York, the Duchess of Burgundy, was instrumental in cultural and political events during 15th century England. Learn how Margaret mediated between two of her brothers during their conflict for the throne and played a...
Cerebellum
Late Scientific Revolution - René Descartes, Robert Boyle, Marcello Malpighi And John Ray
Part II of The Scientific Revolution explores the latter half of this movement and the gradual acceptance of scientific truth. This fascinating period of history chronicles European society's emergence from church domination that...
Epic History TV
How To Build the Perfect Castle
This is Epic History TV's guide to building the perfect castle, based on the development of European medieval castles over 400 years of history. We trace the origins of the castle in the feudal system that emerged in France c.900 CE, and...
Amor Sciendi
Art and Faith | AmorSciendi Theory of Knowledge
This is another video with themes from my Theory of Knowledge class, and another video where I draw heavily from my experience studying and teaching Renaissance/Reformation history. I'm keeping the long format video/essay style for now,...
Oxford Comma
Can Art Save Nature: Future of Forestry
C.S. Lewis, widely known for his children's series The Chronicles of Narnia, composed a number of fantastic poems - "The Future of Forestry" being my personal favorite. In it, Lewis imagines an England devoid of trees. This desolation is...
Curated Video
Understanding Quantitative Easing
The video discusses quantitative easing, an unconventional form of monetary policy that was implemented by major developed economies like the US and UK following the financial crisis of 2007-2008. It explains how central banks were...
Two Minute Music Theory
The French Horn Isn't Really French
Two instruments that commonly go by "French Horn" and "English Horn" are lying to us. Today, we uncover the history behind their names, and why they are named the wrong thing.
The Economist
The Story Behind... trees and climate change
A closer look at one of the most familiar responses offered to the climate crisis. What is the real story behind trees and climate change?
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Southeastern Region: North Carolina
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of North Carolina.
Soliloquy
How many countries make up the UK?
In my video about Wales and the Union Jack, I said that the United Kingdom is made up of 4 countries, and boy did you guys tell me how wrong that was! Northern Ireland is a province you said. If you did a little deeper though, this is...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Minal Bopaiah - What is Equity?
Minal Bopaiah is an author, speaker, and strategist committed to designing a more equitable world. With degrees in English, psychology, and organizational development, and a lifelong passion for diversity and inclusion, She has spent her...
TLDR News
The Police & Crime Commissioner Elections Explained: Who are they & why are we Voting? - TLDR News
On May 6th (almost) everyone in England and Wales gets the opportunity to elect a new Police and Crime Commissioner for their region. The problem is that most people don't really understand what a PCC is, why they're there and how...
Cerebellum
The Reformation - The Reformation In England
This programme examines the period of time during the 16th and 17th centuries in Western Europe commonly referred to as; The Reformation. Scholars from Saint Anselm College and California Lutheran University provide a balanced and...
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: Macbeth - Context
Watch this video to learn about Shakespeare’s fascinating world, and its influence on the play Macbeth. Watch the Jacobean era come to life and come to a deeper understanding of the Great Chain of Being, the Renaissance, religious ideas,...